Operation; Maintenance; Optional Accessories - Makita FS2200 Instruction Manual

NOTE:
Use a dry cloth to wipe the dirt off the lens of lamp.
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Be careful not to scratch the lens of lamp, or it
may lower the illumination.
Reversing switch action
Fig.7
CAUTION:
Always check the direction of rotation before operation.
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Use the reversing switch only after the tool comes
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to a complete stop. Changing the direction of
rotation before the tool stops may damage the tool.
This tool has a reversing switch to change the direction
of rotation. Move the reversing switch lever to
the position (A side) for clockwise rotation or
the position (B side) for counterclockwise rotation.
Hook
Fig.8
The hook is convenient for temporarily hanging the tool.
ASSEMBLY
CAUTION:
Always be sure that the tool is switched off and
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unplugged before carrying out any work on the tool.
Installing or removing the bit
For model FS2200, FS2300
To remove the bit, first remove the locator by pulling the
lock ring away from the gear housing.
Fig.9
Grasp the bit with a pair of pliers and pull the bit out of
the magnetic bit holder. Sometimes, it helps to wiggle
the bit with the pliers as you pull.
To install the bit, push it firmly into the magnetic bit
holder. Then install the locator by pushing it firmly back
onto the gear housing.
Fig.10
For model FS2300X
To remove the bit, first pull the locator out of the locking
sleeve. Then grasp the bit with a pair of pliers and pull
the bit out of the magnetic bit holder. Sometimes, it
helps to wiggle the bit with the pliers as you pull.
Fig.11
To install the bit, push it firmly into the magnetic bit
holder. Then install the locator by pushing it firmly back
onto the locking sleeve.
Fig.12
Use of locator holder
Fig.13
The locator can be temporarily held on the locator
holder during replacing bit or using without locator. To
hold the locator, position the trapezoidal holes of the
locator on the swells of the locator holder and push it in.

OPERATION

Fig.14
Fit the screw on the point of the bit and place the point
of the screw on the surface of the workpiece to be
fastened. Apply pressure to the tool and start it.
Withdraw the tool as soon as the clutch cuts in. Then
release the switch trigger.
CAUTION:
When fitting the screw onto the point of the bit, be
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careful not to push in on the screw. If the screw is
pushed in, the clutch will engage and the screw
will rotate suddenly. This could damage a
workpiece or cause an injury.
Make sure that the bit is inserted straight in the
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screw head, or the screw and/or bit may be
damaged.
Hold the tool only by the handle when performing
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an operation. Do not touch the metal part.

MAINTENANCE

CAUTION:
Always be sure that the tool is switched off and
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unplugged before attempting to perform inspection
or maintenance.
Never use gasoline, benzine, thinner, alcohol or
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the like. Discoloration, deformation or cracks may
result.
To maintain product SAFETY and RELIABILITY, repairs,
carbon brush inspection and replacement, any other
maintenance or adjustment should be performed by
Makita Authorized Service Centers, always using Makita
replacement parts.

OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES

CAUTION:
These accessories
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recommended for use with your Makita tool
specified in this manual. The use of any other
accessories or attachments might present a risk of
injury to persons.
attachment for its stated purpose.
If you need any assistance for more details regarding
these accessories, ask your local Makita Service Center.
Phillips Insert bits
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Magnetic bit holder
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Locator
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NOTE:
Some items in the list may be included in the tool
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package as standard accessories. They may differ
from country to country.
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or attachments
Only use accessory or
are